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| Symptom | Old Manual Fix (WRONG) | UPD Manual Fix (CORRECT) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | No RX audio | Check Q503 audio switch | Check U401 (ASFIC) pin 32 logic. UPD uses I2C muxing. | | Low TX deviation (muted) | Adjust trimmer R901 | Enter CPS -> TX Audio. Set "Boost" to Enabled. Adjust digital gain to 85. | | Radio dead on CH16 | Re-align VCO core | Replace C210 (10uF tantalum) with 22uF polymer. UPD has low ESR requirement. | | Programming fails | Check RIB box | UPD requires (use USB programming cable with FTDI chip, not Prolific). | Crucial Update: What You Need to Know About